CARTMEL’S celebrity chef Simon Rogan will be taking over from Brian Turner as President of the Bocuse d'Or UK.

The Bocuse d’Or sees the very best chefs from around the globe come together every two years in Lyon, for two days of intense competition and a huge celebration of the culinary arts.

Writing on his Instagram account, Simon Rogan posted: “After holding the role for nearly 30 years I would like to thank Brian for his dedication, and undoubtedly cementing the UK’s standing within the Bocuse d’Or family.”

The UK team is through to the world final, taking place in January 2019.